August 2011 - Fred's Head - The Network of Care

Swirly Mats: Bringing the World to Our Kids

by Kristie Smith-Armand, M.Ed, CTVI Since I am the teacher of the visually impaired, who usually has the pleasure of servicing our infants who are blind or visually impaired, I am always on the lookout for exciting new materials. Imagine my delight when...

Published Tue, Aug 09 2011 4:48 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Education, Educational aids, Teaching, Teaching aids, Special education, APH products, Children

Website That Make Sure You Go Back to School Without Forgetting Anything

Packing for a first year or return trip to college or a residential school program is stressful enough without trying to make sure you remember everything you needed to pack, buy, or have delivered to you when you arrive. College Packing List generates...

Published Wed, Aug 10 2011 10:56 PM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: College, Household hints, Web sites, Housekeeping, Students, Shopping, Organizing, Time management, Special schools

Making Tactile Maps Just Got a Little Easier

I received the following via email and wanted to share it with you, the Fred's Head reader. My name is Robert Pickett and I am a research assistant for the Spatial and Map Cognition Research Lab in the Geography department at the University of Oregon...

Published Fri, Aug 12 2011 12:38 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Educational aids, Teaching aids, Special education, Reading, Tactile aids, Writing, Geography

Chili Cheese Dip

Here's a great snack to serve at your next card night. This is a favorite in our house. Here's what you'll need: 1 can chili, no beans 1 onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped butter 8 oz. chunked cheddar cheese 1 can cream of mushroom...

Published Fri, Aug 12 2011 12:30 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Recipes

Needs Assessment of Social Security Administration Beneficiaries with Disabilities

I was asked to post the following information from SSA and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Are you a person with a disability (including cognitive, hearing, vision, or physical) who receives benefits from the Social Security Administration...

Published Fri, Aug 12 2011 2:03 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Disability resources, Social security

Is It Clean Mom?

by Donna J. Jodhan This is one of my favorite questions and I constantly need to keep doing this because I am unable to decipher or tell when certain things are not clean. When it comes to dishes, glasses, and pots and pans, I can usually tell if things...

Published Tue, Aug 16 2011 3:43 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Housekeeping, Newly blind

Distance Learning for the Blind

by Donna J. Jodhan Call it a double edged sword; but distance learning for the blind can be viewed in two very different ways. On the one hand, it could open up tons of doors of opportunity for blind persons but on the other hand, it could pose new challenges...

Published Tue, Aug 16 2011 3:37 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Advocacy, Education, Accessibility, Internet, Interaction

How to Sharpen a Kitchen Knife

by Alan Henry A dull knife is a cook's worst enemy, and easily the most dangerous tool you can have in your kitchen. Thankfully, keeping your knives in good condition to use isn't terribly difficult, and you probably already have the tools required...

Published Tue, Aug 16 2011 4:10 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Tutorials, Household hints, Safety, Kitchen hints

Store Knives Upside Down to Avoid Dulling the Blades

If you have a knife block and keep your knives in their slots, one simple way to keep the knives from resting on their blades and dulling as you slide them in and out is to turn them over and store them with the blade facing up. It's a simple kitchen...

Published Tue, Aug 16 2011 3:56 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Safety, Kitchen hints, Storage

Running Shoe Finder

If you're in the market for a new pair of running shoes, this handy tool from Runner's World is a great place to start. Answer a few questions about your physical characteristics and your running style to get customized recommendations. Getting...

Published Mon, Aug 22 2011 12:58 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Web sites, Exercise, Sports, Information services, Shopping, Health and wellness

Running Strong Since 1858; Gets Closer to the Starting Gate

If there is such a thing as a sure bet, it’s betting that you won’t want to miss this year’s APH Annual Meeting. We’ve been “Running Strong Since 1858” to get ready for this one, and you will definitely want to be here! Joining keynote speaker Annette...

Published Mon, Aug 22 2011 1:35 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: APH news, APH spotlight

Create Keyboard Shortcuts to Favorite Folders in Windows

Got a favorite folder that you're constantly opening in Windows? Want a faster way to get to the files than opening Windows Explorer and navigating to the folder? Essentially, all you need to do is: Right-click on a folder or application from Windows...

Published Mon, Aug 22 2011 1:44 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Tutorials, Accessibility, Windows, Time management

VA Paralympic Program Office Launches Website for Disabled Veterans

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has launched its Paralympic Program website as part of VA’s ongoing commitment to support the rehabilitation and recovery of disabled Veterans through participation in adaptive sports. One of the highlights of the...

Published Mon, Aug 22 2011 4:04 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Aging, Web sites, Disability resources, Sports, Veterans

The Brailler Depot

From the website: The Brailler Depot was established to assist those in the industry of Assistive Technology. Our Mission is to provide Braille and Low Vision solutions that are efficient, affordable, and easy to use. We believe in the importance of braille...

Published Mon, Aug 22 2011 4:14 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Braille, Electronics, Web sites, Assistive devices, Assistive technology, Blindness resources, Blindness organizations, Computers

How Blind People Read Books

by Donna J. Jodhan When it comes to blind people being able to read books, we do it in several different ways. Here are a few examples: We can read it in Braille, We can listen to it on CD, cassette, or digital cartrage, We can use our computers to download...

Published Mon, Aug 22 2011 5:59 AM by Fred's Head from APH

Filed under: Adjusting to blindness, Reading, Newly blind

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